Lindsay McMahon, CEO and founder of All Ears English, shares her insights into effective communication for non-native speakers. She emphasizes that real communication is about connection, not perfection. Practical strategies like active listening and cultural awareness are discussed, along with overcoming nervousness to build confidence. The conversation dives into the significance of concise communication and embracing feedback for self-improvement. McMahon advocates for viewing communication from diverse angles, enhancing understanding and engagement.
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Overcoming Confidence Issues
Intermediate to advanced English learners face a confidence and practice catch-22.
Shift focus from self-confidence to connection with others.
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Connection Over Perfection
Communication is fundamentally about human connection, not perfection.
Focus on connecting with your audience rather than on your own self-doubt.
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Know Your Audience
Research your audience and tailor your message accordingly.
Understanding your audience is crucial for effective communication.
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Communication isn’t about perfect word choice, it’s about connecting with others.
For native speakers and language learners alike, communicating comes with all kinds of challenges. But no matter how much we stumble over our words, Lindsay McMahon says communication isn’t about perfection — it’s about connection.
The CEO and founder of All Ears English and host of the All Ears English podcast, McMahon is on a mission to help non-native English speakers around the world hone their ability to communicate and connect. Whether you’re forming your first sentences in a new language or giving a presentation in the language you’ve spoken your whole life, “It's about human connection,” she says. “What really matters is are we connecting to our audience… the human being[s] in front of us?”
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, McMahon joins host Matt Abrahams to explore strategies for improving our communication — not by finding the right words, but by finding the right mindset. From active listening and cultural awareness to quieting nerves and building confidence, McMahon's practical approaches help communicators connect more authentically in any language or context.
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